Companies, governments and other public organisations throughout the world need people educated in economics, statistics and business to help them analyse problems and develop smart solutions. If you are looking for a well-rounded business degree, the International Economics programme is the one for you.

The programme aims to develop your ability to understand and analyse various types of socio-economic problems and the dynamics of the global economy. You will learn to use economic theory to analyse and evaluate economic problems and processes and understand the underlying factors. The ability to analyse problems in a systematic manner is fundamental to modern economics and permeates the entire programme.

The programme’s major is economics (90 credits). The programme also gives you good knowledge of statistics and econometrics (30 credits). These courses give you the skills and tools needed to process and analyse statistics which are increasingly in demand today. The programme also includes four courses (total of 30 credits) in business administration, addressing various aspects such as leadership and accounting. Together, the combination of economics, statistics and business forms a good and broad foundation for future career choices and gives you an competitive edge when applying for jobs.

The programme attracts students from all over the world and will give you essential experience and skills in collaborating with individuals from many different cultures.

Elective semester

The fifth semester offers plenty of options to specialize. Either by studying abroad at one of JIBS’ recommended partner schools, or by taking elective courses of your choice at JIBS, which also allows you to do an internship in another country.

After graduation

With an undergraduate degree in economics from this programme, you will be eligible for many entry-level professional jobs that require knowledge of economics, statistical analysis, and business in varying areas, such as environmental management, health, finance, regional development, or business development.

Future work tasks might include doing investigations to gather data and perform market analyses, managing financial assets in private companies such as banks and financial institutions, or working on economic or strategic planning projects within public organisations such as governmental or municipal agencies.

In addition, there are possibilities to work within international organisations such as the EU, the UN, or the OECD. Alumni of this programme are currently working as business developers, market analysts, and investment analysts, among other occupations.

Continue with a master programme

A bachelor's degree in economics fulfills the prerequisites for further studies at the master's level. Here at Jönköping University, you can continue with:

Career progression map

Here you can see examples of how different alumni who graduated from the International Economics program have progressed in their careers after studies – from positions they started with to the ones they hold now. This map is meant to guide you in your future professional life and give you hints on what job positions to target after graduating.

Special selection

Jönköping International Business School has decided to reserve a small number of places on their programmes to applicants who are particularly suitable for the education as well as the school's profile. The aim is to widen the admission opportunities for the candidates.